<SC8> The fourth criteria says robot contacting ladder.
In R10 <R10>
License plates are considered non-functional decorations (per <R9>), and must fulfill all relevant Robot rules (e.g., they must fit within the 18” cube,
Decorations are allowed. Teams may add non-functional decorations, provided that they do not affect Robot performance in any significant way or affect the outcome of the Match. These decorations must be in the spirit of the competition. Inspectors will have final say in what is considered “non-func- tional.” Unless otherwise specified below, non-functional decorations are governed by all standard Robot rules. To be considered “non-functional,” any guards, decals, or other decorations must be backed by legal materials that provide the same functionality.
Following the guidance of R10 and R9 we came to the conclusion that if the license plate was not there, there was no contact with the ladder.
That said, Grant might say I am overthinking it. If so, what additional considerations should we put into interpretting SC8.
Thank you.